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Labor & Employment

World Law Group's Labor & Employment Practice Group is made up of member firm lawyers working in these and related fields around the globe. They meet regularly both virtually and at industry conferences to exchange information about emerging HR issues, challenges and global solutions for multinational clients. The group also works on comparative law projects and resources, and organizes podcasts and other informative events for member firm lawyers and their clients.

Understanding the major and minor differences in legislation and regulations governing labor relations, executive compensation, recruiting, employment, training and development, employee relocations and human rights, and immigration, among others, is essential for multinational companies. Having a local guide with first-hand knowledge of the cultural differences from country to country can have a major impact on successful human resources management and your organization's ability to comply with local laws.

Our members have collaborated on cross-border mergers and acquisitions to assist clients on specific human resources law challenges, including multi-country workforce reductions, advising on the formation of multinational profit-sharing plans, and various compliance training programs.

This group is targeted toward member firm lawyers who assist clients with labor, employment, pensions and benefits, and immigration matters both domestic and cross-border.

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Legal Updates USA - Illinois
February 10, 2025

DOJ has redirected its focus toward combating illegal immigration, human trafficking and transnational organized crime, and ordered that resources previously dedicated to corporate and foreign influence enforcement be reallocated to those areas.
Legal Updates Netherlands
January 30, 2025

In 2025, labor law in the Netherlands has undergone several changes. This article covers the most important changes and the legislative adjustments planned for the future.
Thought Leadership Costa Rica
January 28, 2025

The lack of regulation on Labor Harassment has legal vacuum, since it has been through legal interpretations that respond to the criteria of the judicial and administrative authorities that the issue has been addressed.
Legal Updates USA - Illinois
January 27, 2025

It is expected that additional vetting and screening requirements will only add to increased wait times for visa clearances at U.S. embassies and consulates. The order directs the administration to begin the process of restoring a potential travel ban within 60 days.
Legal Updates USA - Illinois
December 23, 2024

It is expected that the second Trump administration’s newly constituted FTC Commission will abandon efforts to implement a nationwide ban on most noncompetes. Courts across the country continue to push back on the enforcement of overbroad noncompete agreements, with some courts refusing to blue pencil exceedingly overbroad agreements.